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No, you can't mix hydrophobic paraffin oil (water insoluble) with a hydrophylic glycerin (water soluble)

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Can paraffin substitute for glycerin?

Glycerin is used in many soaps and cosmetic products. Paraffin becomes very brittle at room temperature, so it would not be beneficial to substitute glycerin for it.


Is glycerin mixed in olive oil?

Yes! You can mix glycerin in olive oil. The combination of glycerin + olive oil is very good in hair fall and dryness of hairs and you can use it on your skin also.


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When paraffin oil and water are poured into a separate and the paraffin oil forms a layer on top of the water?

When paraffin oil and water are poured into a container, the paraffin oil forms a layer on top of the water because it is less dense than water. This difference in density causes the oil to float, creating a distinct separation between the two liquids. Additionally, paraffin oil is non-polar, while water is polar, leading to poor miscibility and further reinforcing the separation. As a result, the two substances do not mix and remain as distinct layers.


Is oil lighter or glycerin?

oil is lighter than glycerin.


What is the state of paraffin oil at a temperature of 450?

Paraffin oil is a gas at 450 oC.


Water oil glycerin how will they be layered?

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Can paraffin oil be used to produce olive oil?

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Why won't paraffin oil dissolve in sodium chloride?

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What happens when paraffin is poured into water?

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What is the active ingredient in Sorbolene cream?

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